A trusted accounting and consulting firm delivering timely, reliable, and understandable financial and tax insights to drive long-term value for clients across Chicagoland, Northwest Indiana, and Florida's Gulf Coast.
Our Services
Comprehensive financial solutions tailored to elevate your business beyond traditional accounting
Bookkeeping & Accounting
Systematic recording and organization of financial transactions with accurate reporting for strategic decision-making.
- Accurate Record-Keeping
- Financial Reporting
- Cash Flow Monitoring
- Compliance Support
Consulting Services
Operational and financial consulting to optimize efficiency and implement strategic improvements.
- Operational Analysis
- Financial Modeling
- Cost Reduction
- Technology Integration
Tax Services
Comprehensive tax management for businesses, individuals, and estates with a focus on compliance and optimization.
- Tax Compliance
- Tax Planning
- IRS Representation
- Strategic Advisory
Legal Support Services
Expert financial analysis and testimony for litigation support and negotiation scenarios.
- Forensic Accounting
- Damage Calculations
- Expert Testimony
- Valuation Services
Beyond Traditional Accounting
GCAAG is a trusted accounting and consulting firm with a presence in the Chicagoland area, Northwest Indiana, and Florida's Gulf Coast. Founded by Edward J. Graham, CPA, with over five years of extensive experience in public accounting and managerial roles in professional services.
GCAAG was created to elevate client services beyond traditional bookkeeping, accounting, and tax. Our mission is to deliver timely, reliable, and understandable information so our clients can make strategic decisions that will drive long-term value.
Our Mission
We strive to foster sustainable business growth by providing tailored financial strategies and optimizing tax savings through meticulous planning and compliance. Our commitment is to serve as trusted advisors, leveraging our expertise to navigate complex financial landscapes, enhance operational efficiency, and maximize long-term value for our clients.
Fractional CFO Services
Strategic financial leadership on a part-time basis, delivering executive-level expertise without the full-time cost
Financial Strategy
Develop and implement financial plans, budgets, and forecasts to support business growth
Profitability Optimization
Optimize cash flow, reduce costs, and increase revenue through data-driven insights
Risk Management
Ensure regulatory compliance and mitigate financial risks
Executive Advisory
Provide actionable advice on investments, pricing, and operational efficiency
Growth Facilitation
Assist with capital raising, investor relations, and M&A preparation
Financial Modeling
Create comprehensive financial models for strategic decision-making
Our focus on high-level financial oversight is tailored to your company's needs, delivering expertise without the cost of a full-time executive.
Our Team
Experienced professionals dedicated to your financial success
Edward J. Graham, CPA
Founder & Principal
Edward has been in public accounting since 2019 with extensive experience in financial statement auditing, tax services, and advisory/consulting services. Admitted as an expert witness in Illinois' 18th Judicial Circuit Court (DuPage County) where the Honorable Judge Cerne adopted the financial modeling/analysis provided.
Connor Quinn, CPA
Senior Consultant
Connor has been in public accounting since 2017, leading financial statement audits and tax services. Positioned himself as a trusted advisor to individuals and companies to align strategies with clients' objectives. Appointed as a special master by a judge in Arizona, with court-affirmed financial modeling expertise.
Client Success
Recognized expertise in complex financial matters
In a post-decree matter in front of the Honorable Judge Cerne (18th Judicial District of Illinois – DuPage County), Edward J. Graham, CPA provided financial modeling for a 401(k) account that was not divided at the entry of divorce (2002) or the time of QDRO (2009) and later liquidated in 2012.
“The CPA, Mr. Graham, analyzed the annual rates of return from 2003 to 2024. He used the actual annual rates of return from 2003 until the funds were removed in 2012. After that he applied the rates of return on how the investments had been previously held. The Court agrees with his analysis and found it to be thorough and accurate. He also provided thoughtful and accurate answers to the questions that the Court directly posed relative to his methodology. Therefore, the Court accepts his opinion...”
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Edward J. Graham, CPA
Founder & Principal
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